Applications open · 2026/27

North West Melanoma sponsors funds for early career collaborative initiatives

Short visits that start or strengthen melanoma research collaborations across the North West of England and North Wales.

Awards of up to £1,000
How to apply Get in touch
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For technique holders Do you have an interesting technique or equipment that could be applied in melanoma research?
For melanoma researchers Or are you a melanoma researcher looking for a new technology to address your biological question?

Bid for seed funding to kick-start new collaborative science.

North West Melanoma is enabling early career researchers to bid for funds to start new, interesting collaborations. Visits can cover travel, accommodation, subsistence and consumables.

Techniques Collaboration Equipment Innovation
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About the scheme

North West Melanoma brings together melanoma researchers across the region. This scheme is jointly funded by North West Cancer Research and the universities of Lancaster, Manchester and Liverpool. Funders track its outcomes, so we ask for a short report after each visit.

Who can apply

Early career researchers with an interest in melanoma research, applying with a host or co-applicant.

What it funds

Short visits up to £1,000 in total, including travel, accommodation, subsistence and consumables.

Why it matters

Research that benefits people affected by cancer across North West England and North Wales.

How to apply

Download the form, plan your visit with a partner group, then send your application to us.

  1. Download the application form

    It covers the applicants, the visit and collaboration, expected outputs, costs and reporting.

  2. Name your partner and plan the visit

    Tell us which groups or labs you will work with, the dates, and what each partner will contribute.

  3. Email your completed form

    Send it to nw-melanoma@lancaster.ac.uk by 18 December 2026.

Applications close
18 December 2026
End-of-visit report
Within 4 weeks of return
Annual updates
For up to 5 years
Application form (26/27) End-of-visit report (26/27)
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Get involved

  • Two-minute elevator pitches to share a technique (now closed). Thank you to everyone who submitted.
  • Looking for a new technology to answer a biological question? Talk to us before you apply.
  • Want to hear about upcoming networking meetings? Get in touch and we will add you to the list.

Download the flyer

What we ask in return

Because this scheme is jointly funded by North West Cancer Research and the universities of Lancaster, Manchester and Liverpool, successful applicants agree to:

Have an idea for a collaboration?

Get in touch before you apply. We are happy to talk through whether your visit is a good fit.

Email nw-melanoma@lancaster.ac.uk